General Motors will idle plants starting Monday for two weeks due to COVID-19 affecting the production of semiconductor chips
Author: Jamie L. LaReau, Detroit Free Press
It’s easier for your car to be hacked than you might think: How to protect yourself
The modern car is vulnerable to being hacked due to complex software. As automakers work to protect cars, here’s what you can do to protect yours.
GM recalls all Chevy Bolts for fire risk at cost of an extra $1 billion
GM is recalling 141,600 Chevrolet Bolt EVs and the new EUV for potential fire risk and will replace battery modules in them.
GM expands recall to all Chevy Bolt electric vehicles for fire risk
General Motors issued a new recall to all Chevrolet Bolt EVs and the new EUV. The total recall cost for the Bolt this year is about $1.8 billion.
Automaker battle over the word ‘Cruise’ ramps up: Ford wants GM’s trademark rights rescinded
Less than a month after General Motors sued Ford Motor for trademark infringement, Ford wants GM’s trademark rights to “Cruise” and “Super Cruise” rescinded.
Why pickups, SUVs are getting prioritized over passenger cars as chip shortage continues
GM has prioritized pickups and SUVs to get chips as they trickle in, leaving passenger car buyers frustrated as they wait for their new vehicles.
GM sues Ford, claiming hands-free technology name is a trademark infringement
GM says Ford Motor Co.’s moniker for its hands-free driving is too similar to GM’s existing brands and has sued Ford for trademark infringement.
GM recalls Bolt EVs again because some batteries may pose fire risk
General Motors confirms at least one fire in a Bolt EV in recent months was related to the battery, even after that owner had a fix done.
Couples separated by Canadian border plead for US to end travel restrictions
The U.S. border restrictions remain in place through Aug. 21. But after Canada opened its border Monday, people want President Biden to reciprocate.
GM teases new Corvette Z06: Will the 2023 sports car be an EV?
GM will debut the 2023 Chevy Corvette Z06, teasing it will “never sound the same,” leading to speculation it will be an EV, a first for a ‘Vette.